Packs for Survival Blog

The First rule of floods is to move to high ground. Flood waters can carry debris, and trigger landslides. Only Six inches of fast moving water can take your feet out from under you. Never try to walk, swim or even drive through flood waters! Twenty four inches of fast moving flood waters is enough to wash a car downstream.

Know the flood risk in the area, the history of flooding, and elevation above flood stage. Have a flood evacuation plan / route. Be aware of the roads that may become flooded. Make sure your entire family or group knows where to meet if evacuation is necessary. Keep important documents in a waterproof box. Pay attention to emergency messages using a portable radio. Prepare or purchase an emergency survival kit, which should contain emergency water and food rations, as well as some other emergency items like flashlights, emergency radios, etc....